In My Kitchen - Strictly Food for Thought

Betsy VicencioVP/CFO The Northeast GroupIlove our North Country! The arctic chill of our winter hasnestled itself among the “heat wave” days launching into the mid30’s and 40’s. Skiers, snowmobilers, winter hikers, snowshoers,and other outdoors folk are following Tom Messner’s weatherpredictions closely to find the best combination of temperature, windand sunshine to enjoy the blessings of our region.Winter in the North Country holds many passions for all of us! Love,food, family, fun…all part of this issue of Strictly Food for Thought! No onecan escape the food traditions and inspirations of the “love” month—February. We capture the traditional essence of Valentine’s Day with ourvisit to Adirondack Chocolates. You have to love two male chocolatiersthat profess, “Chocolate is Our Passion!”In our travels through Essex County, we find hidden treasures likethe Deer’s Head Inn and the Dogwood Bread Company. As you read thestories we have to share about these wonderful people and place, youwill be compelled to include a stop in your North Country travels! Also,in this issue, we discovered a young veteran who has found his way toour region. Tim Durney’s food story includes his children, his glutenfreefriends and his own heritage.Curl up in your favorite chair, wrap up in your favorite blanket, bringalong your favorite winter snack and beverage and read what we have toshare! We are delighted to bring you these great stories of our amazingNorth Country people and food. Stay warm, keep reading, keep eating…Who knows? Maybe someday we may be writing about you…Want to be a part of Strictly Food for Thought?We’re always looking for new ideas. If you have a suggestion about whatyou’d like to see in future issues of Strictly Food for Thought, let us know!Recipes, people to feature, food businesses, if it’s interesting and has todo with food, we want to know about it!Email us at: editor@strictlyfoodforthought.comOnlineLike what you see in the magazine?Visit strictlyfoodforthought.comfor more great recipes, tips, and ideasthat are devoted to North Countryfood by North Country people.